MADISON, Wis. -- Madison declared a snow emergency on Saturday, amidst a major snowstorm that will likely bring 8-12 inches to the city.

Alternate side parking is in effect. Residents can park for free at city garages with gated sections from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.

If drivers enter before 9:00pm or leave after 7:00am, you will need to pay parking fees for the extra time.

Streets will continue to be plowed throughout the day, and snowfall will increase in intensity later this afternoon. As a result, travel conditions are anticipated to worsen.

Drivers are urged to exercise caution when driving.

Plowing operations for the city began at midnight, utilizing about 150 pieces of equipment in total. This effort, uses all available Streets Division personnel plus staff from engineering, parks, urba

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